End of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Paraty in September
Paraty warms up: highs climb to 87°F (31°C), from 83°F in August, with lows of 64°F (18°C) and about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain.
It scores 68/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 87°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 2.5 in (63 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 64%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What September feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 87°F (31°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (23°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.5 in (63 mm).
Plan around September
September is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (June – August).
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: October brings 4.7 in (120 mm).
- Comfort slips from 83/100 in August to 68/100.
- September sits inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty route recommends.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 87°F
- Sun hat and sunscreenmidday heat
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 64°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Paraty in September
Afternoons run hot (87°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Margarida Café
Restaurant in the historic center with live music most nights and a mix of seafood and pasta.
Why now A break from 87°F afternoons.
Banana da Terra
Chef Ana Bueno's restaurant cooking caiçara coastal recipes with local fish and plantain.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Igreja de Santa Rita
Whitewashed 1722 church on the waterfront, the town's best-known landmark.
Alambique Maria Izabel
Small family cachaça distillery on the bay, with tastings by the sea.
Trindade
Fishing village with beaches and the Piscina Natural do Cachadaço, a tidal pool under boulders.
Why now September scores 68/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in September
- Ilha Grande in September~35 mi · highs 82°F, 2.6 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Rio de Janeiro in September~100 mi · highs 78°F, 2.7 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~800 m to Paraty's ~8 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Paraty in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Paraty?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 68/100 against a best of 86 in June – August. Expect highs of 87°F (31°C) and 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain. September is inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty route recommends.
How hot is Paraty in September?
Average highs are 87°F (31°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Paraty in September?
Some: about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 55.9 in (1420 mm).
What should I pack for Paraty in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 87°F), sun hat and sunscreen (midday heat), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 64°F) and packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.5 in of rain).
Routes in season in September
- Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov
Planning Paraty in September?
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